Canberra Institute of Technology

Certificate III in Sports Turf Management

This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in green keeping. The sports turf industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level. This program is suited to people who wish to obtain a range of technical skills in horticulture and are interested in learning how to establish and maintain a wide variety of sports turf surfaces. It will suit people who are passionate about the environment, like working outdoors and have an aptitude for practical work. The classes are delivered in the purpose built hectare facility at Bruce. Students are given the opportunity to work on a range of projects such as establishing greens, tennis courts, and installing large scale irrigation systems using specialised machinery and equipment.